Rev Invest Clin
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Clinical situations in intensive care units (ICUs) change rapidly, and many factors may prolong the length of stay (LOS) of patients. ⋯ Implementing an informatics system (TED-ICU) and care bundle in ICUs can reduce the LOS.
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The hematology analyzer, Sysmex XN-1000, generates white blood cell count with varying scattering intensities during a complete blood count (CBC) analysis. ⋯ The neutrophil scattering parameters generated during CBC analysis provide a new tool for the prediction of acute leukemia and its lineage.
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Previous studies have shown an association between polymorphisms of the BAT1-NF-κB inhibitor-like-1 (NFKBIL1)-LTA genomic region and susceptibility to myocardial infarction and acute coronary syndrome (ACS). ⋯ Our data suggest an association between the BAT1 -23C/G polymorphism and protection against ACS in Mexican patients.